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DY03 ODB

2003 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,936 mi
Last recorded102,936 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY03 ODB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 102,936 miles

eml on

Fail 20 Feb 2018 102,933 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

eml on

Pass 9 Sep 2016 100,765 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 91,526 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 91,439 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 88,366 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 83,556 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 77,286 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 77,286 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 69,617 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2009 63,585 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 58,120 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 51,545 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 46,208 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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DY03 ODB is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 64,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY03 ODB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DY03 ODB registered?

DY03 ODB is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 16 April 2003.

Is DY03 ODB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY03 ODB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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